Despite Fears, Owning Home Retains Allure, Poll Shows (552 hits)
The New York Times
Wednesday, June 29, 2011 -- 6:40 PM EDT
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Despite Fears, Owning Home Retains Allure, Poll Shows Owning a house remains central to Americans’ sense of well-being, even as many doubt their home is a good investment in after a punishing recession.
Nearly nine in 10 Americans say homeownership is an important part of the American dream, according to the latest New York Times/CBS News poll. And they are keen on making sure it stays that way, for themselves and everyone else.
Support for helping people in financial distress over housing is higher than support for helping those without a job for many months.
